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MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

2.5 star property
Travelers start their mornings with a complimentary continental breakfast at this Carlsbad hotel, offering 24/7 assistance and practical amenities.

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MainStay Suites Carlsbad South offers a comfy base for exploring. Guests enjoy free continental breakfast and WiFi. The property includes a snack bar/deli and practical services like dry cleaning and laundry.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥18,396
￥20,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad is home to MainStay Suites Carlsbad South. Carlsbad Museum & Art Center and Carlsbard Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Carlsbad Water Park and Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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88220, NM, Carlsbad, 3621 SAN JOSE BLVD

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Dog Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Carlsbad Museum & Art Center - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Riverwalk Recreation Center - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mcdonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪China Dragon Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Jimador - ‬5 min drive

About this property

MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 70 mi (112.654 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

MainStay Suites
Mainstay Suites Carlsbad
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Hotel
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Carlsbad
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

Is MainStay Suites Carlsbad South pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South on Feb 15, 2026 start from ￥18,396, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MainStay Suites Carlsbad South located?

Situated in Carlsbad, this hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Carlsbad Dog Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Carlsbad Museum & Art Center and Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area. Riverwalk Recreation Center and Carlsbad Water Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 406 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, easy location to Carlsbad and Guadalupe Mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tatsuya

Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Concepcion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Especially if you have a family. Nice proximity to town and Carlsbad Caverns.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rameshwar

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean, when we asked to change the room we got excuses that it will be tedious task, though the staff there helped clean the room at that time. Room also had a strange smell. Nothing was there related to continental breakfast, it was same type which we would have gotten in other hotels and on top of the elevators where not working and corridor was smelling of bacon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Carlsbad

Comfortable hotel, friendly front desk staff. Lovely lobby to have coffee and visit, and yummy cookies at the front desk!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding hotel, great staff, and clean and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our stay

A list of local restaurants was posted at the check in counter and everyone was incredibly friendly; from Stella at check in to the gentleman who helped with checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been traveling throughout New Mexico for over a year now and this is probably the nicest hotel I've stayed in at around the $150 price point and below.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Updated, Kitchenette and nice gym, exactly what I'm looking for in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Issac

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Caulking in tub bathroom was dark brown (stained). Breakfast was minimal, refused a late check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never nice rooms and clean And the washer and dryer worked
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A excellent place to stay. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Room was spacious. Great price. Room was also clean,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lazaro

My first impression from lobby was good but once we got to our floor the carpets were dirty, in the room the a/c unit was leaking water, carpet was wet, we had issues with the thermostat, which we did report to the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Spacious room, very clean friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms, friendly front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MACARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, I would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel on the outskirts of Carlsbad. Great place to stay when visiting the caverns.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, amazing hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025